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STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL SAFETY WARNING Read this manual before using the unit and follow all instructions...
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new StaminaLift TS5000. Please direct any queries to your nearest authorised StaminaLift service agent quoting the details below: Agent Details JD Healthcare Group Agent Name: 3/22 Beaumont Rd Agent Address: Town/Suburb Mt. Kuring-Gai State: Postcode: 2080 1300 791 404...
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Company’s policy of continual product improvement, product specifications may change without notice. Current Version – Issue O (Serial 500583 onwards) RIHA Industries Pty Ltd Unit 3, 59 - 61 West Avenue Edinburgh, South Australia, Australia, 5111 ABN: 30 643 058 986...
CONTENTS TABLE OF IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1. Definition 1.2. Intended Us 1.3. Safety First 07-08 1.4. Explanation of Symbols UNIT INTRODUCTION 2.1. Basic Specifications 2.2. Electrical Specification 2.3. Key Features 2.4. Unit Overview 12-13 2.5. Turning Controller on and off 2.6.
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OPERATION 3.1. Operating Conditions 3.2. Pre-operation Tests 25-27 3.3. Basic Operation 3.3.1. Prepare the Unit for connection 3.3.2. Prepare a Bed for Connection 28-29 3.3.3. Connecting the Unit to a Bed 30-36 3.3.4. Driving with a Bed 37-38 3.3.5. Disconnecting from a Bed 39-43 3.4.
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SAFETY FIRST The Unit must only be operated by persons who have been trained to use it by an Agent or Trainer, and who have read and understood this manual. WARNING : Failure to use the Unit in accordance with this Manual may result in personal injury or damage to property, and will invalidate the Unit’s warranty (refer to Section 6.2).
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TO PREVENT INJURY, NEVER: • Operate the Unit whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol. • Operate the Unit without the protective guards attached and the safety devices connected. • Operate the Unit in the vicinity (less than 25 cm) of anaesthetic gases. •...
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS The following symbols are used on the Unit: Symbol Description No stepping on surface. Warning – Crushing of Hands in this area. Refer to service/operator’s manual. Unit On/Off button. See section 2.5 for instructions. Drive Toggle Button. See section 2.6 for instructions.
KEY FEATURES The Unit is a self-propelled device designed to move hospital Beds under the control of a trained operator. Other hospital equipment may be moved with the use of approved accessories. The Unit has a number of key features which make moving hospital Beds faster, easier, and ergonomically safer than manual moving methods, including: •...
UNIT OVERVIEW Control Assembly Allows the operator to control the Unit. Handle Provides ergonomic access to the Control Assembly. Chassis Cover Lift Mechanism Covers all the equipment Raises and lowers the required to move the bed/stretcher being Unit, including wheels, moved by the Unit.
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Emergency Stop Button Stops move and lift functions. Activates bypass functions Handle Adjustment Lever Raises and lowers the handle Jaw Height Indicator Illuminates red when the Jaw is in Connect mode. Illuminates green when the Jaw is in Drive mode. Bypass System Lower Jaws Lowers jaws to release...
TURNING CONTROLLER ON AND OFF Turning on the Controller Press the on/off button The Battery Gauge LEDs will turn on one by one After the controller has started successful the Battery Gauge shows the charge of the battery Turning off the Controller Press the on/off button The Controller turns off.
DRIVE MODE Drive Mode is activated automatically when the controller is turned on. To select between Drive Modes, push the green arrow up or down. The drive mode indicator LED will turn on as soon as the unit has been turned on via the On / Off button.
SPEED DIAL You can adjust the maximum speed of the unit to your preference or the environment. The currently selected top speed is indicated by the position of speed dial. The maximum speed of the unit is limited by the selected drive mode.
2.10 LIFT & JAW MODE Activate the Lift Mode Press the Lift Function button to activate Lift & Jaw Mode. When Lift & Jaw Mode is selected the ‘Lift’ sign will illuminate orange. Move the joystick forward to raise the Jaws. Move the joystick in reverse to lower the Jaws.
2.12 JAW OPEN AND CLOSE For the jaw opening and closing, the lift & jaw function needs to be activated. (Refer to section 2.10.) Open the Jaws to the required width by deflecting the Joystick to the left. Close the Jaws to the required width by deflecting the Joystick to the right.
2.15 BATTERY GAUGE Display Meaning Power is off. The Unit is programmed to turn off if it has not been used for 15 minutes. Power is on and batteries are fully charged. Power is on and batteries are half charged. Recharge before undertaking a long trip.
2.16 JAW ADJUSTMENT Adjust the Jaws to suit 125mm, 150mm, or 200mm wheels to ensure secure attachment to the Bed. Ensure both left and right jaws are adjusted to suit the same wheel size. 125mm 150mm 200mm The jaws of the TS5000 can be adjusted to suit 125mm, 150mm or 200mm diameter castor wheels.
2.17 BYPASS SYSTEMS In case of a system failure, the Bypass System makes it possible to release an attached bed and manually move the machine. The Bypass System is activated by depressing the Emergency Stop Button. Activate the Bypass System Depress the Emergency Stop Button to activate the Bypass System.
2.18 BATTERIES The Unit uses sealed, maintenance free batteries to provide power for use. It is recommended that the Unit is charged at the end of each day’s use. When the battery gauge is in the red, the Unit will 8 hrs need to be charged for eight hours.
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Connect the Battery Charger to the Unit The charger plug connects in only one orientation. Align the connector with the arrow on the top. When connecting or removing the plug always hold the connector, never pull on the cord. Connect the Battery Charger to the mains power supply. The Power LED will illuminate green when the AC power is on and start charging automatically.
OPERATION OPERATING CONDITIONS The Unit is designed for operation and storage in a clean indoor environment with the following characteristics: • Operating temperature of +10 to +40 • Operating relative humidity of 30% to 75%. • Operating atmospheric pressure 80 – 102kPA •...
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Before using the unit, review the general safety instructions in Section 1.3. Ensure you are familiar with the key components and functions described in Section 2. Emergency Stop Button Test Depress the Emergency Stop Button. Section 2.9 Press the On/Off Button, Section 2.5 If the Unit turns on the Emergency Stop Button is faulty.
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Horn Test Press the Horn button. Listen for the warning tone. Section 2.13 If the Horn does not sound do not use the unit. Jaw Open Close Test With the jaw in the lowest position press the lift & jaw function button. Section 2.12 Deflect the joystick to the left.
3.3 BASIC OPERATION 3.3.1 PREPARE THE UNIT FOR CONNECTION The Unit is designed for operation and storage in a clean indoor environment with the following characteristics: Complete pre-operation tests Section 3.2 Turn Unit on Section 2.5 Activate Lift Mode and Raise jaws to Drive Position. Section 2.10 Section 2.11 The Jaw Height Indicator will be green.
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Bed Caster Wheel Orientation To ensure the shortest overall connected length orientate the Bed’s caster wheels inwards. If there is interference between the Unit and the Bed, try orienting the Bed’s caster wheels outwards. Caster wheel inwards Caster wheel outwards Orient the Bed’s caster wheels so that they are parallel with jaws.
3.3.3 CONNECTING THE UNIT TO A BED The Unit is designed for operation and storage in a clean indoor environment with the following characteristics: The Unit will compensate for some central misalignment. In Drive Mode, align the Unit centrally at the end of Bed. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Lower the Jaws Lower the Jaws so that they are in the Connect position. The Jaw Height Indicator will be red. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Open the Jaws Open the Jaws so they clear the outside of the Bed’s castor wheels. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Drive forward Slowly drive the Unit forward until the sloped surface of each Adjustment Flap is touching each of the Bed’s castor wheels. For maximum control reduce the drive speed STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Close the Jaws Close the Jaws so that each of rubber Jaw surfaces are against the outside of each of the Bed’s castor wheels. The Unit is programmed to provide the correct gripping force to secure the Bed’s wheels. The jaws will stop automatically when they touch the Bed’s castor wheels STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Lift the Jaws Change to Lift Mode and raise the Jaws to their maximum height. The Jaw Height Indicator will change to green. Before lifting, check that there are no obstructions. Ensure the Lift Indicator is illuminated green STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Check that the Bed’s castor wheels have been lifted off the ground. Lift the Jaws Jaw in highest position STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
3.3. DRIVING WITH A BED BEFORE DRIVING: Ensure that all tubes, power cords and accessories for the Bed have been disconnected and are secured to the Bed as per Hospital standard practices. Ensure all patient peripherals (e.g. drips, monitors etc.) are attached to the Bed and not on separate trolleys.
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Driving tips • Push the Joystick in the desired direction of travel. • Remember that the Unit’s speed will increase in proportion to the Joystick’s distance from the centre position. Be aware that there will be a slight “ramp up” time for the Unit to reach the desired speed.
3.3.5 DISCONNECTING FROM A BED Only lower and release the Bed on flat, level ground. Lower the Jaws Lower the Jaws to the minimum height so that the Bed’s wheels are on the ground. The Jaw Height Indicator will be red. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Open the Jaws Open the Jaws to their maximum width to clear bed and trolley wheels. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Drive the Unit away from the bed Reverse the Unit away from the Bed. Ensure the Jaws to not catch the Bed’s wheels while reversing. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Close the Jaws Close the Jaws to their minimum width. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
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Raise the Jaws to Drive mode Raise the Jaws to Drive mode. The Jaw Height Indicator will change to green. Drive the Unit away. STAMINALIFT TS5000 OPERATOR MANUAL...
3.4. MOVING BED AND PATIENT COMBINATIONS OVER 500KG Loads over 500kg must only be moved with the assistance of an additional person. Best performance is achieved by engaging the Unit at the foot end of the Bed. The assistant must guide the head of the Bed. Little force is required as the Unit will drive the Bed, but the assistant will be required to direct the Bed, especially around corners and into tight spaces such as lifts.
To Unlock the Controller Press the on/off button. The Controller will turn on, and the LEDs of the Battery Gauge will slowly flash from right to left to indicate that the Controller is locked. Press the Horn button twice within 10 seconds The Controller will turn on normally. If the Horn button is not pressed within 10 seconds the Controller will turn off again.
MAINTENANCE 4.1. UNPACKING AND COMMISSIONING The Unit must only be unpacked and commissioned by an Agent. 4.2. DECONTAMINATION Turn the Unit off at the Controller and push in the Emergency Stop Button before commencing cleaning to prevent inadvertent operation of any functions. To ensure the Unit does not pose a risk of contamination, the covers must be cleaned thoroughly using standard hospital issue isopropyl alcohol wipes: •...
4.5. REPLACEMENT OF PARTS For part replacement, contact the manufacturer. The mains power supply cord must be replaced (as per the specified power lead for the region in which the TS5000 is to operate) if faulty. It must not be serviced or repaired. 4.6.
TROUBLESHOOTING Has the Emergency Stop button been Section 2.9 released? Unit does not Do the batteries have sufficient charge? Section 2.18 turn on Is the Controller Locked Section 3.5 Is the Controller in Drive Mode? Section 2.6 The unit will Do the batteries have sufficient charge Section 2.18 not drive...
OTHER INFORMATION 6.1. APPROVED BEDS & STRETCHERS Contact your Agent to enquire about compatibility of the StaminaLift TS5000 with your bed and stretcher needs. 6.2. WARRANTY CONDITIONS The Unit is warranted by the Company to be free from faulty materials or workmanship for a period of twelve months or 1 year from date of purchase.
6.3. STANDARDS COMPLIANCE The TS5000 is compliant to all of the requirements of the harmonised standard IEC 60601-1 (3rd Ed.) for Medical Electrical Equipment – Part 1: general requirements for basic safety and essential performance) The national equivalent standards are shown below: •...
6.4. EMC – GUIDANCE AND MANUFACTURERS DECLARATION WARNING : The MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in Section 6.4 WARNING : Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration –...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The StaminaLift TS5000 Hospital Bed Mover is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the StaminaLift TS5000 Hospital Bed Mover should assure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601 test Electromagnetic Immunity test...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The StaminaLift TS5000 Hospital Bed Mover is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the StaminaLift TS5000 Hospital Bed Mover should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance...
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the Stamina Lift TS5000 The StaminaLift TS5000 is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the StaminaLift TS5000 can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the StaminaLift TS5000 as recommended below, according to the maximum power of the communications equipment.
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Distributed by: JD Healthcare Group 3/22 Beaumont Rd Mt. Kuring-Gai 2080 www.jdhealthcare.com.au sales@jdhealthcare.com.au 1300 791 404 Unit 3, 59 - 61 West Avenue Edinburgh, South Australia, Australia, 5111 ABN: 30643058986 E: info@rihaindustries.com W: www.rihaindustries.com...
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